USMEF Prepares Testimony Ahead of Key USMCA Hearing as Experts Warn of Trade Turbulence The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) is gearing up for the U.S. Trade Representative’s public hearing this week regarding the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). As the agricultural industry anticipates next year’s scheduled review of the agreement, the organization is focusing on protecting the stability and growth of …
The Farmer’s Share of Your Thanksgiving Meal: What the Numbers Really Show Every Thanksgiving, Americans gather around tables full of traditional favorites—turkey, potatoes, ham, and pumpkin pie. But while retail food prices often spark conversation, a recent report sheds light on a lesser-known part of the story: how much of that retail price actually makes its way back to the …
Expanding America’s Land-Grant Tradition Most land-grant universities Americans know today—such as Iowa State University and Kansas State University—trace their origins to the landmark Morrill Act of 1862. This legislation established a new model for public higher education, focused on practical instruction in agriculture, engineering, and the mechanical arts. Following the act, states across the nation founded colleges and universities that …
USDA Cotton Harvest Report Highlights Near-Average Progress for 2025 Season The U.S. Department of Agriculture has released the latest update on the 2025 cotton harvest, offering producers and analysts a clear picture of national and state-level progress. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey provided new insights into how harvest numbers compare to both last year and historical averages. As Rippey summarizes, “A …
American Peanut Council Expands Sustainable U.S. Peanuts Initiative for the 2025 Crop Year While peanut farmers are wrapping up the 2025 crop, sustainability efforts across the U.S. peanut sector continue to gain momentum. The American Peanut Council has announced the next phase of its multi-year sustainability project, reinforcing the industry’s commitment to transparency, responsible production, and ongoing improvement. As the …
USDA Dairy Forecast Shows Rising Production and Lower Milk Prices Through 2026 The USDA has released its latest dairy forecast, offering important updates for producers, processors, and industry watchers. According to the report, “USDA has released the dairy forecast for price and production, and World Agricultural Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jackanowski provides more details on the report.” The new data …
December Commodity Market Review: Precious Metals Lead, Grains Lag in 2025 As the calendar rolls to December, investors and producers alike are taking stock of how major commodities have performed year-to-date. With 11 months now behind us, clear trends have emerged across the 48-commodity index—highlighting standout sectors as well as markets that struggled to gain traction. As the report notes, …
A Civil War–Era Beginning Kansas State University—initially named Kansas State Agricultural College—was founded on February 16, 1863, in Manhattan, Kansas. Remarkably, its establishment occurred during the American Civil War, a time when national conflict threatened the stability of institutions across the country. Yet Kansas leaders pressed forward, committed to building a university that would serve the new state’s educational and …
Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Statewide Research for All Herd Sizes The Florida Cattle Enhancement Board continues its commitment to ensuring that meaningful, producer-focused research is conducted on behalf of cattlemen across the state—regardless of herd size. We spoke with Mack Glass of Cherokee Ranch, who served on the board and shared insight into how these efforts help strengthen the …
ASGROW Highlights 2026 Soybean Planning Tips and High-Yielding Varieties As soybean growers prepare for the upcoming season, proper planning remains essential for achieving strong yields in 2026. We spoke with Toby Colvin, technical agronomist with Bayer Crop Science, who shared insights into what ASGROW is offering producers in the year ahead. Agronomic Priorities for 2026 Colvin emphasized sticking to proven …
